Material Safety Data Sheet Dow Chemical Canada ULC Product Name: DOWFROST* HD Heat Transfer Fluid, Dyed Issue Date: 2011.09.19 Print Date: 20 Sep 2011 Dow Chemical Canada ULC encourages and expects you to read and understand the entire (M)SDS, as there is important information throughout the document. We expect you to follow the precautions identified in this document unless your use conditions would necessitate other appropriate methods or actions. 1. Product and Company Identification Product Name DOWFROST* HD Heat Transfer Fluid, Dyed COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Dow Chemical Canada ULC A Subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company Suite 2100 450-1st Street S.W Calgary, AB T2P 5H1 Canada For MSDS updates and Product Information: 800-258-2436 Prepared By: Prepared for use in Canada by EH&S, Hazard Communications. Revision 2011.09.19 Print Date: 9/20/2011 Customer Information Number: 800-258-2436 SDSQuestion@dow.com EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER 24-Hour Emergency Contact: (989) 636-4400 Local Emergency Contact: 989-636-4400 2. Hazards Identification Emergency Overview Color: Yellow to green Physical State: Liquid. Odor: Characteristic Hazards of product: No significant immediate hazards for emergency response are known. (TM)*Trademark Page 1 of 8
Potential Health Effects Eye Contact: May cause slight temporary eye irritation. Corneal injury is unlikely. Skin Contact: Prolonged contact is essentially nonirritating to skin. Repeated contact may cause flaking and softening of skin. Skin Absorption: Prolonged skin contact is unlikely to result in absorption of harmful amounts. Inhalation: At room temperature, exposure to vapor is minimal due to low volatility. Mist may cause irritation of upper respiratory tract (nose and throat). Ingestion: Very low toxicity if swallowed. Harmful effects not anticipated from swallowing small amounts. Aspiration hazard: Based on physical properties, not likely to be an aspiration hazard. Effects of Repeated Exposure: In rare cases, repeated excessive exposure to propylene glycol may cause central nervous system effects. 3. Composition/information on ingredients Component CAS # Amount W/W Propylene glycol 57-55-6 > 93.0 % Water 7732-18-5 < 5.0 % Dipotassium hydrogen phosphate 7758-11-4 < 5.0 % Amounts are presented as percentages by weight. 4. First-aid measures Description of first aid measures General advice: If potential for exposure exists refer to Section 8 for specific personal protective equipment. Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; if effects occur, consult a physician. Skin Contact: Wash skin with plenty of water. Eye Contact: Flush eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses after the initial 1-2 minutes and continue flushing for several additional minutes. If effects occur, consult a physician, preferably an ophthalmologist. Ingestion: No emergency medical treatment necessary. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Aside from the information found under Description of first aid measures (above) and Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed (below), no additional symptoms and effects are anticipated. Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No specific antidote. Treatment of exposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient. 5. Fire Fighting Measures Suitable extinguishing media Water fog or fine spray. Dry chemical fire extinguishers. Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers. Foam. Alcohol resistant foams (ATC type) are preferred. General purpose synthetic foams (including AFFF) or protein foams may function, but will be less effective. Extinguishing Media to Avoid: Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire. Page 2 of 8
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Hazardous Combustion Products: During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in addition to combustion products of varying composition which may be toxic and/or irritating. Combustion products may include and are not limited to: Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide. Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Container may rupture from gas generation in a fire situation. Violent steam generation or eruption may occur upon application of direct water stream to hot liquids. Advice for firefighters Fire Fighting Procedures: Keep people away. Isolate fire and deny unnecessary entry. Use water spray to cool fire exposed containers and fire affected zone until fire is out and danger of reignition has passed. Fight fire from protected location or safe distance. Consider the use of unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Immediately withdraw all personnel from the area in case of rising sound from venting safety device or discoloration of the container. Burning liquids may be extinguished by dilution with water. Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire. Move container from fire area if this is possible without hazard. Burning liquids may be moved by flushing with water to protect personnel and minimize property damage. Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet, coat, trousers, boots, and gloves). If protective equipment is not available or not used, fight fire from a protected location or safe distance. See Section 9 for related Physical Properties 6. Accidental Release Measures Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering the area. Use appropriate safety equipment. For additional information, refer to Section 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection. Environmental precautions: Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or groundwater. See Section 12, Ecological Information. Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Small spills: Absorb with materials such as: Cat litter. Sawdust. Vermiculite. Zorb-all. Collect in suitable and properly labeled containers. Large spills: Dike area to contain spill. See Section 13, Disposal Considerations, for additional information. 7. Handling and Storage Handling General Handling: No special precautions required. Keep container closed. Spills of these organic materials on hot fibrous insulations may lead to lowering of the autoignition temperatures possibly resulting in spontaneous combustion. See Section 8, EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION. Storage Do not store in: Galvanized steel. Opened or unlabeled containers. Store in the following material(s): Carbon steel. Stainless steel. Store in original unopened container. See Section 10 for more specific information. Additional storage and handling information on this product may be obtained by calling your sales or customer service contact. Page 3 of 8
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Exposure Limits Component List Type Value Propylene glycol WEEL TWA Aerosol. CAD ON OEL TWAEV Total vapor and aerosol. Consult local authorities for recommended exposure limits. 10 mg/m3 155 mg/m3 50 ppm Personal Protection Eye/Face Protection: Use safety glasses (with side shields). Skin Protection: Wear clean, body-covering clothing. Hand protection: Use gloves chemically resistant to this material when prolonged or frequently repeated contact could occur. Examples of preferred glove barrier materials include: Butyl rubber. Natural rubber ("latex"). Neoprene. Nitrile/butadiene rubber ("nitrile" or "NBR"). Polyethylene. Ethyl vinyl alcohol laminate ("EVAL"). Polyvinyl alcohol ("PVA"). Polyvinyl chloride ("PVC" or "vinyl"). NOTICE: The selection of a specific glove for a particular application and duration of use in a workplace should also take into account all relevant workplace factors such as, but not limited to: Other chemicals which may be handled, physical requirements (cut/puncture protection, dexterity, thermal protection), potential body reactions to glove materials, as well as the instructions/specifications provided by the glove supplier. Respiratory Protection: Respiratory protection should be worn when there is a potential to exceed the exposure limit requirements or guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit requirements or guidelines, wear respiratory protection when adverse effects, such as respiratory irritation or discomfort have been experienced, or where indicated by your risk assessment process. In misty atmospheres, use an approved particulate respirator. The following should be effective types of airpurifying respirators: Organic vapor cartridge with a particulate pre-filter. Ingestion: Use good personal hygiene. Do not consume or store food in the work area. Wash hands before smoking or eating. Engineering Controls Ventilation: Use local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below exposure limit requirements or guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit requirements or guidelines, general ventilation should be sufficient for most operations. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary for some operations. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Appearance Physical State Liquid. Color Yellow to green Odor Characteristic Odor Threshold No test data available ph 9.5 (@ 50 %) Literature Melting Point Not applicable to liquids Freezing Point supercools Boiling Point (760 mmhg) 152 C Literature. Flash Point - Closed Cup 104 C Pensky-Martens Closed Cup ASTM D 93 (based on major component), Propylene glycol. Evaporation Rate (Butyl < 0.5 Estimated. Acetate = 1) Flammability (solid, gas) Not applicable to liquids Flammable Limits In Air Lower: 2.6 %(V) Literature Propylene glycol. Upper: 12.5 %(V) Literature Propylene glycol. Vapor Pressure 2.2 mmhg Literature Page 4 of 8
Vapor Density (air = 1) Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) Solubility in water (by weight) Partition coefficient, n- octanol/water (log Pow) Autoignition Temperature Decomposition Temperature Kinematic Viscosity >1.0 Literature 1.06 20 C/20 C Literature 100 % Literature -1.07 Measured Propylene glycol. 371 C Literature Propylene glycol. No test data available 43.4 cst @ 20 C Literature 10. Stability and Reactivity Reactivity No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use. Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions. See Storage, Section 7. Hygroscopic. Possibility of hazardous reactions Polymerization will not occur. Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to elevated temperatures can cause product to decompose. Generation of gas during decomposition can cause pressure in closed systems. Avoid direct sunlight or ultraviolet sources. Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with: Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizers. Hazardous decomposition products Decomposition products depend upon temperature, air supply and the presence of other materials. Decomposition products can include and are not limited to: Aldehydes. Alcohols. Ethers. Organic acids. 11. Toxicological Information Acute Toxicity Ingestion For the major component(s): Propylene glycol. LD50, Rat > 20,000 mg/kg Dermal For the major component(s): Propylene glycol. LD50, Rabbit > 20,000 mg/kg Inhalation For the major component(s): No deaths occurred following exposure to a saturated atmosphere. LC50, 8 h, Vapor, Rat 4.1 mg/l Eye damage/eye irritation May cause slight temporary eye irritation. Corneal injury is unlikely. Skin corrosion/irritation Prolonged contact is essentially nonirritating to skin. Repeated contact may cause flaking and softening of skin. Sensitization Skin For the major component(s): Did not cause allergic skin reactions when tested in humans. Respiratory No relevant data found. Repeated Dose Toxicity In rare cases, repeated excessive exposure to propylene glycol may cause central nervous system effects. Page 5 of 8
Chronic Toxicity and Carcinogenicity Similar formulations did not cause cancer in laboratory animals. Developmental Toxicity For the major component(s): Did not cause birth defects or any other fetal effects in laboratory animals. Reproductive Toxicity For the major component(s): In animal studies, did not interfere with reproduction. In animal studies, did not interfere with fertility. Genetic Toxicology In vitro genetic toxicity studies were negative. For the major component(s): Animal genetic toxicity studies were negative. 12. Ecological Information Toxicity Based on information for component(s): Material is practically non-toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute basis (LC50/EC50/EL50/LL50 >100 mg/l in the most sensitive species tested). Persistence and Degradability Based on information for component(s): Material is readily biodegradable. Passes OECD test(s) for ready biodegradability. Bioaccumulative potential Bioaccumulation: Based on information for component(s): Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF < 100 or Log Pow < 3). Partition coefficient, n-octanol/water (log Pow): -1.07 Measured Mobility in soil Mobility in soil: Based on information for component(s):, Potential for mobility in soil is very high (Koc between 0 and 50). 13. Disposal Considerations DO NOT DUMP INTO ANY SEWERS, ON THE GROUND, OR INTO ANY BODY OF WATER. All disposal practices must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the waste generator. AS YOUR SUPPLIER, WE HAVE NO CONTROL OVER THE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OR MANUFACTURING PROCESSES OF PARTIES HANDLING OR USING THIS MATERIAL. THE INFORMATION PRESENTED HERE PERTAINS ONLY TO THE PRODUCT AS SHIPPED IN ITS INTENDED CONDITION AS DESCRIBED IN MSDS SECTION: Composition Information. FOR UNUSED & UNCONTAMINATED PRODUCT, the preferred options include sending to a licensed, permitted: Recycler. Reclaimer. Incinerator or other thermal destruction device. 14. Transport Information TDG Small container NOT REGULATED Page 6 of 8
TDG Large container NOT REGULATED IMDG NOT REGULATED ICAO/IATA NOT REGULATED 15. Regulatory Information Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) All components of this product are on the TSCA Inventory or are exempt from TSCA Inventory requirements under 40 CFR 720.30 CEPA - Domestic Substances List (DSL) This product contains one or more substances which are not listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL). Contact your sales or technical service representative for more information. Hazardous Products Act Information: CPR Compliance This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Canadian Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR. Hazardous Products Act Information: WHMIS Classification This product is not a "Controlled Product" under WHMIS. 16. Other Information Hazard Rating System NFPA Health Fire Reactivity 0 1 0 Recommended Uses and Restrictions Identified uses Intended as a heat transfer fluid for closed-loop systems. We recommend that you use this product in a manner consistent with the listed use. If your intended use is not consistent with the stated use, please contact your sales or technical service representative. Revision Identification Number: 50335 / 1002 / Issue Date 2011.09.19 / Version: 6.0 Most recent revision(s) are noted by the bold, double bars in left-hand margin throughout this document. Legend N/A W/W OEL STEL TWA ACGIH DOW IHG WEEL HAZ_DES VOL/VOL Not available Weight/Weight Occupational Exposure Limit Short Term Exposure Limit Time Weighted Average American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Inc. Dow Industrial Hygiene Guideline Workplace Environmental Exposure Level Hazard Designation Volume/Volume Page 7 of 8
Dow Chemical Canada ULC urges each customer or recipient of this (M)SDS to study it carefully and consult appropriate expertise, as necessary or appropriate, to become aware of and understand the data contained in this (M)SDS and any hazards associated with the product. The information herein is provided in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown above. However, no warranty, express or implied, is given. Regulatory requirements are subject to change and may differ between various locations. It is the buyer's/user's responsibility to ensure that his activities comply with all federal, state, provincial or local laws. The information presented here pertains only to the product as shipped. Since conditions for use of the product are not under the control of the manufacturer, it is the buyer's/user's duty to determine the conditions necessary for the safe use of this product. Due to the proliferation of sources for information such as manufacturer-specific (M)SDSs, we are not and cannot be responsible for (M)SDSs obtained from any source other than ourselves. If you have obtained an (M)SDS from another source or if you are not sure that the (M)SDS you have is current, please contact us for the most current version. Page 8 of 8